Consumer Reports answers key car recall questions—safety risks, free repairs, driving guidance, VIN checks, NHTSA process, ...

Faulty second-row headrests may not lock in the upright position, increasing the risk of injury to passengers, according to federal safety regulators.

Checking for recalls is easy, and repairs are free at local dealerships. Drivers can visit NHTSA.gov/Recalls and enter their license plate number or vehicle identification number to check for any ...

CR explains how car recalls work, how to get get a free repair, and how to deal with problems. Includes timeline of major car ...

They can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov. Auto Recalls: What every driver should know ...

Meanwhile, owner notification letters will be mailed on Feb. 3. What you can do: The NHTSA says owners can call Ford’s customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S02.

International Motors is recalling certain 2024-2026 LT and 2025 RH trucks. The hill start assist (HSA) exhaust port may ...

So check the NHTSA for open recalls on your car," said Keith Barry, Consumer Reports. If you're not the original owner of the car, chances are, you won't get the recall notice.

The Macan EV being recalled over improper air bag deployment may be a bit of a scary headline, but there is no need for ...

WASHINGTON — Ford has announced a recall affecting 273,789 vehicles in the United States because of potentially faulty brake systems. The recall covers 223,315 Expeditions and 50,474 Navigators ...

Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.

WASHINGTON — Ford has announced a recall affecting 273,789 vehicles in the United States because of potentially faulty brake systems. The recall covers 223,315 Expeditions and 50,474 Navigators ...